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YOUR journey
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UNESCO Heritage Sites
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
THE JOURNEY BEGINS
Wed. Oct 21, 2026
- Depart from the United States, beginning your transatlantic journey to Spain and the start of an immersive exploration of history, culture, and Jewish heritage.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
FIRST STEPS IN SPAIN
Thu. Oct 22, 2026
- Bienvenidos. Welcome to Spain and Madrid. Arrival at the Madrid International Airport.
- Meet your local guide and tour educator, who will accompany you throughout your Spanish journey. Your introduction to Spain’s history, culture, and flavors begins here.
- Begin your journey at the Garden of Three Cultures, where the history of Madrid’s Jewish, Christian, and Muslim heritages unfolds. This tranquil setting offers a reflective introduction to the "intertwining vines" of history.
- Start your immersion into Spanish history with a panoramic bus tour, providing a broad "lay of the land" as we trace the timeline of Madrid’s evolution from a fortress town to a global capital. We will then transition to the heart of the city to explore the iconic Puerta del Sol and the majestic Plaza de España, featuring the grand monument to Miguel de Cervantes and his legendary characters - Don Quixote and Sancho Panza.
- Lunch on Your Own. Take a break and enjoy Madrid. Grab a table at a sunny plaza, or pop into a local café for something tasty. Relax and savor the flavors that catch your eye.
- Check in to your Madrid accommodations.
- Celebrate Madrid with a night out featuring a flamenco show, local specialties, and a toast to the unforgettable journey ahead.
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
RECLAIMING JEWISH ROOTS IN TOLEDO
Fri. Oct 23, 2026
- Depart Madrid early for Toledo, the former imperial capital and one of medieval Spain’s most important centers of Jewish, Muslim, and Christian life.
- Take in sweeping views of Toledo from the bridge before ascending on foot into the historic Jewish Quarter.
- Set in the heart of Toledo’s old Jewish Quarter, Santa María la Blanca is a serene and striking 12th‑century synagogue whose whitewashed arches and elegant Mudejar design create an atmosphere of quiet beauty. Today, its forest of graceful columns and horseshoe arches stands as a poignant reminder of a once-vibrant Sephardic community.
- Commissioned in the 14th century by Samuel ha‑Levi, El Tránsito is one of the finest examples of Castilian‑Mudejar artistry. Its soaring hall is adorned with breathtaking stucco work, geometric motifs, and flowing Hebrew inscriptions—an architectural celebration of Jewish learning and devotion at its height in medieval Toledo.
- Break for lunch on your own in a lively public square before returning to Madrid.
- Located in one of Madrid's most beautiful parks, The Temple of Debod is an ancient Egyptian Temple brought to Madrid. Explore the site - an atmospheric and inspiring site - providing us with a chance to trace our Jewish stories through the ages.
- Return to your hotel with time to prepare for Shabbat.
- Shabbat Shalom! Welcome Shabbat with the local Conservative community, Comunidad Judia Masorti Bet-El Madrid, for Kabbalat Shabbat services and a shared Friday night dinner.
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
SHABBAT IN MADRID
Sat. Oct 24, 2026
- Walk along Madrid’s famed Paseo del Arte, the museum district that unites the Prado, Thyssen‑Bornemisza, and Reina Sofía museums along a nearly two‑kilometer cultural corridor, recognized by UNESCO in 2021 as part of the Landscape of Light, which includes the Paseo del Prado and El Retiro Park.
- View Pablo Picasso’s Guernica at the Reina Sofia, one of the 20th century’s most powerful artistic statements confronting war, suffering, and moral responsibility.
- Explore the Museo Nacional del Prado, with a highlight on how the Hebrew Bible shaped European art, with works such as 'David Defeats Goliath' and scenes of Moses, including 'Moses and the Brazen Serpent.'
- Whether you would like to continue in the Prado on your own or visit one of the other museums in the culture quarter, or head out to explore the Madrid's shopping hub - The Gran Via - enjoy your time and make your own adventure.
- Reconvene at the hotel for Havdalah, marking the close of Shabbat and the beginning of a new week.
- Evening at leisure in Madrid.
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
SEVILLE - THE PEARL OF ANDALUSIA
Sun. Oct 25, 2026
- Check out from your Madrid hotel and travel by high speed AVE train to Seville.
- As the train glides south from Madrid, watch rolling plains dotted with olive groves and vineyards stretch toward distant hills, while whitewashed villages peek through golden fields. Occasional glimpses of rivers and rugged sierras add drama to the view, offering a taste of Andalusia’s beauty before you even arrive.
- Welcome to Seville - Andalusia’s vibrant capital. Head to the magnificent Seville Cathedral, one of the world’s largest Gothic churches, and take in the soaring Giralda tower—a true symbol of the city’s history and charm.
- Explore Seville and find a restaurant or cafe to have a bite, people watch, and relax before the next leg of our Spanish journey.
- Step into the Plaza de España - one of Seville’s most stunning landmarks, a sweeping semi-circular plaza adorned with colorful ceramic tiles and graceful bridges. Take time for a photo opp along the ornate balustrades or by the fountain—the perfect backdrop to capture the city’s charm.
- Depart Seville and continue through Andalusia to Cordoba.
- Arrive in Cordoba, long known as La Ciudad de las Tres Culturas, the City of Three Faiths, where Jewish, Muslim, and Christian life once intersected at the height of medieval civilization.
- Check in to your Cordoba hotel.
- Evening at leisure in Cordoba.
Overnight: Cordoba
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
THE JEWEL OF SEPHARDIC HERITAGE
Mon. Oct 26, 2026
- Explore the breathtaking Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba, a masterpiece of Andalusian architecture where a forest of red‑and‑white arches reveals centuries of shifting spiritual and cultural influence. Step into the winding lanes of the old town and Judería, where intimate courtyards, whitewashed walls, and echoes of the city’s Jewish past bring La Ciudad de las Tres Culturas vividly to life.
- Visit Casa de Sefarad, an intimate cultural center dedicated to the memory and creativity of Spain’s Sephardic Jews. Enjoy a moving musical presentation of Sephardic poetry, song, and prayer—an evocative window into a world that once flourished in Córdoba’s Judería (Jewish Quarter).
- Pause at Córdoba’s Plaza Tiberias, where the statue of Moses Maimonides honors one of our greatest sages. Just steps away, visit the beautifully preserved medieval synagogue—one of only three remaining in Spain - offering a rare glimpse into the spiritual and communal life of Jewish Córdoba.
- Break for lunch on your own in a lively public square.
- Walk across first century, Roman bridge spanning the Guadalquivir River, a stunning link to the city’s Roman past. With its 16 graceful arches and panoramic views of the Mezquita and old town, it’s the perfect spot to reflect on Cordoba's significant sites and stories.
Overnight: Cordoba
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7
ALONG THE ROUTE OF THE CALIPHATE
Tue. Oct 27, 2026
- Journey along the historic Route of the Caliphate from Cordoba to Granada, tracing the legacy of Al-Andalus under Muslim rule and its profound cultural achievements.
- Step back into the splendor of 10th-century Al-Andalus at Medina Azahara, the ruins of a palatial city built by the Umayyad Caliphate. Explore grand halls, intricate arches, and sweeping views that tell the story of a civilization at its peak—a truly unforgettable historic stop.
- Pause your journey in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada for a taste of Andalusia’s wine culture. Enjoy lunch and a relaxed tasting paired with regional flavors before continuing on to Granada.
- Step into Granada, the storied “Pomegranate of the Jews,” a city shaped by centuries of Jewish, Muslim, and Christian coexistence that made it one of medieval Europe’s great intellectual centers.
- Trace the layers of Granada’s historic center, discovering how Jewish, Muslim, and Christian communities once lived side by side prior to 1492, shaping daily life, scholarship, and commerce.
- Visit the Renaissance Cathedral, built atop the former Great Mosque of Granada, a striking symbol of the political, religious, and cultural transformations following the Catholic Monarchs’ conquest.
- Check into your Granada hotel.
- Savor the opportunity to discover Granada and enjoy an evening out on your own.
Overnight: Granada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Winery Visit)
DAY 8
TO THE GARDENS OF PARADISE
Wed. Oct 28, 2026
- Tour the courtyards and lush greenery of the Alhambra, where water whispers along marble channels and fragrant blossoms frame intricate Moorish arches. These gardens, inspired by visions of paradise, invite you to pause and savor a world of harmony between nature and architecture—a timeless sanctuary that reflects the soul of Andalusian art and culture.
- Explore the Realejo, Granada’s historic Jewish quarter—once known as Garnata al‑Yahud—where a vibrant Sephardic community thrived for over fifteen centuries at the foot of the Alhambra. Today its winding streets, lively plazas, and the Sephardic Museum evoke the spirit of a neighborhood shaped by scholars like Samuel Ibn Naghrillah and Judah Ibn Tibbon.
- Wander through the Albaicín, Granada’s atmospheric Muslim quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage site where narrow cobblestone lanes, whitewashed houses, and hidden courtyards preserve the medieval layout of Nasrid‑era Granada. From its hilltop viewpoints, enjoy unforgettable vistas of the Alhambra while discovering the living legacy of the city’s Moorish past.
- Savor free time at the Granada market to enjoy a coffee, rest a bit, and browse for meaningful souvenirs to bring home.
- In the evening, gather for a closing dinner and to discover Andalusian flavors a local restaurant - a true taste of southern Spain’s culinary heritage.
Overnight: Granada
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9
LOOKING FORWARD TO TRAVELING WITH YOU AGAIN
Thu. Oct 29, 2026
- Check out from your Granada hotel and group transfer to the local airport for your flights bound for the USA.
- Arrive in the United States, bringing home memories of Spain’s landscapes, cultures, and enduring Jewish heritage and looking ahead to future journeys together.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast
RATES & LODGING
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participants
30+
Cost p/p in double room
$5,999
Cost p/p in single room
$8,159
OR SIMILAR HOTELS: Registration open
Madrid: Hotel Villa Real
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Superior room
- Hotel Website
Cordoba: NH Collection Amistad Córdoba
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Superior room
- Hotel Website
Granada: Eurostars Gran Via
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard room
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 7 nights' accommodations.
- 7 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator and local guides, 6 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 3 dinners.
- 1 Group train ticket from Madrid to Seville.
- Separate luggage transfer from Madrid to Cordoba.
- The J² adventures App available on the App Store & on Google Play (active 30 days before your departure and throughout your trip).
- Water on the bus.
- Porterage at the hotels.
- All site entrance fees & program fees as per your final program.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Credit card fees.
- Flights to & from Spain.
- Individual airport transfers.
- Early check-in or late check-out.
- Gratuities: Recommend guidelines for tipping are provided in the terms section.
- Evening transportation when dinner is not included.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Amendments to the program: In the event that any sites, programs or meals etc. are added to the program, an additional fee may be required.
- Personal extras: Items of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, beverages, coffee, tea, food other than the table d’hotel menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless otherwise specified.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge and border taxes when applicable.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Please review our terms & conditions (T&C’s) or request that we send you our full T&C’s. Until you do that, here is the small print, and other stuff you may want to know:
- Validity | All prices quoted are based on exchange rates as of the proposal date and are subject to change without notice. Rates are per person and are based on shared twin room occupancy.
- How to Make a Reservation | The quickest way to make a reservation is to register online or contact us by email. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. A non-refundable deposit of $675 is required in order to complete the registration process.
- For any assistance with this registration process or other trip-related queries, please email Customer Care: [email protected].
- Payments | The balance of your payment is due 125 days before your trip begins, or as specified in your invoice. You will receive an email reminder 2 weeks before this date. Various payment options are available as follows:
- Credit card | We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please check with your credit card provider regarding international processing fees. We are unable to process payments of over $1,000 over the phone. Please submit payment online via a credit card or by wiring funds via your bank.
- Domestic bank wire transfer | Payment should be wired in the same currency that is listed on your invoice. Please add the name of your group or invoice number as a reference and forward a copy of the transfer receipt by email. The bank transfer should clearly state the beneficiary’s name on the wire transfer.
- J² Adventures reserves the right to automatically cancel your reservation on that date and it may be subject to reconfirmation should the final payment not be received.
- Cancelation Policy | All cancelations need to be made in writing. The cancelation fee depends on the date when we receive written notification of your request to cancel your booking. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.
- Cancelation fees | Cancelations made 125 or more days prior to departure incur the loss of the deposit. Cancelations made 124 to 46 days prior to departure incur the loss of 50% of the full trip cost. Cancelations made 45 days or less prior to the departure incur the loss of 100% of the full trip cost.
- Cancelation fees may also include: Hotel or supplier cancelation fees. J² Adventures reserves the right to adjust its terms of payment, including cancelation policies and initial deposits.
- Protect yourself from fraud by being cautious and vigilant when it comes to online theft. It is crucial to note that J² adventures will never send an email requesting you to transfer funds to a new account or to redirect a payment. We will never alter our account number or issue additional payment requests without first personally speaking to you and properly identifying ourselves. If you feel uncertain about any communication (scammers often impersonate legitimate companies via e-mail or by calling), halt and contact us directly through our toll-free number listed on our website to discuss any necessary payments. Refrain from responding to suspicious emails or clicking on links or attachments unless you are completely certain of their legitimacy. By following these guidelines and staying vigilant, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud.
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
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